Garengaguda - Chandrapur, Rayagada
Garengaguda is a village situated in the Chandrapur tehsil of Rayagada district, Odisha. It is located approximately 10 km from the tehsil headquarters in Chandrapur and around 100 km from the district headquarters in Rayagada . Sarikima serves as the Gram Panchayat for Garengaguda village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Garengaguda is 425117. The village covers a total geographical area of 189 hectares and falls under the 765020 pincode. Gudari is the nearest town, located about 38 km away.
Garengaguda village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Gunupur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Koraput Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Garengaguda
According to the 2011 Census, Garengaguda village had a total population of 453 people, including 223 males and 230 females, living in 82 households. The sex ratio was 1,031 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 58.95%, with male literacy at 71.28% and female literacy at 46.88%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 235, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 215.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 453 | 223 | 230 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 73 | 35 | 38 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 235 | 117 | 118 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 215 | 105 | 110 |
| Literate Population | 224 | 134 | 90 |
| Illiterate Population | 229 | 89 | 140 |
Nearby Villages of Garengaguda
Garengaguda is surrounded by several nearby villages in its surroundings. These villages are part of the local area and are commonly connected through local routes and daily movement of people.
Transport and Connectivity of Garengaguda
Garengaguda is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Gudari to Garengaguda is about 38 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Rayagada to Garengaguda is about 100 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Garengaguda
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Garengaguda village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Garengaguda
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Garengaguda village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Garengaguda
Where is Garengaguda located?
Garengaguda village is located in Chandrapur Tehsil, Rayagada district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Garengaguda?
The Gram Panchayat of Garengaguda is Sarikima.
What is the pincode of Garengaguda?
The pincode of Garengaguda is 765020.
What is the population of Garengaguda?
Garengaguda had a total population of 453, including 223 males and 230 females.
How many households are there in Garengaguda?
Garengaguda had 82 households.
What is the literacy rate in Garengaguda?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Garengaguda was 58.95%. Male literacy was 71.28% and female literacy was 46.88%.